Monomaterial running shoes could be fully recycled – into new shoes

With running more popular than ever, production of running shoes has reached a new level. Global footwear manufacturing has increased significantly over the last 15 years, and the industry itself has become a form of advanced engineering. Big companies are competing to build lighter, faster, and more energy-efficient shoes using complex combinations of foams, fabrics, and plastics. While performance continues to improve, sustainability still remains a secondary concern.

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Category: Materials, Engineering

Tags: Fraunhofer, Shoes, Footwear, Recycling